SAINT-LOUIS-DE-KENT, NB – It is with great sadness that the family of Simonne O’Dwyer, 92, of Saint-Louis, announce her peaceful passing at Stella Maris Hospital on Monday, September 22, 2025. Born in Saint-Louis, she was the daughter of the late Theodule and Marguerite Daigle.

Simonne passionately studied many languages and loved immersing herself in crosswords and classical music. A dedicated homemaker, she took pride in creating a warm and welcoming home and was always happiest when surrounded by her family. She also worked as a senior caregiver and, in her earlier years, as a teacher. Among her many interests were nature photography and reading literature. Deeply rooted in her community, she cherished her hometown of Saint-Louis and later returned there to be close to her family and lifelong friends.

Simonne will be dearly missed by her daughter, Angela Ferguson (Gary) of Cambridge, ON; her sons, Paul O’Dwyer (Christena) of Scarborough, ON, Robert O’Dwyer of Toronto, ON, and Patrick O’Dwyer of Toronto, ON; her sisters, Constance Bourgoin (late Leo) of Edmundston, and Gilberte Bourgoin of Shediac; her brothers, Robert Daigle of St-Ignace, and Rosaire Daigle (late Andrea) of Saint-Louis; her grandchildren, Amber, April, Amy and Riley; as well as several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many friends.

Simonne was predeceased by her beloved husband Patrick O’Dwyer; her parents Theodule and Marguerite Daigle; her sisters Mehrina and Jean d’Arc; and her brother, Hughie Daigle.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 9:00 AM until the time of the service at Thompson's Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held on November 8, at 10:30 AM at the Thompson's Funeral Home Chapel in Richibucto. 

Arrangements are in the professional care of Thompson’s Funeral Home in Richibucto, NB (506-523-4252).